Summary of 8 common mistakes observed while helping brands go global with service 500: 1. Treating GEO like SEO (keyword stuffing, over-optimizing meta tags, buying low-quality backlinks) 2. Ignoring structured data (missing Schema markup, incorrect type selection, syntax errors) 3. Blocking AI crawlers (robots.txt Disallow: /, not allowing GPTBot, WAF false positives) 4. Severe content homogenization (copying supplier copy, unedited AI-generated content, duplicate pages) 5. Overlooking mobile experience (load time exceeds 5 seconds, broken layout, missing structured data) 6. Lack of measurable goals (unclear metrics, no baseline data, misaligned with business KPIs) 7. Seeking quick results (expecting outcomes in a week, frequently changing strategies, giving up at first signs of volatility) 8. Ignoring competitor activity (working in isolation, unaware of best practices, missing opportunities for differentiation) Best Practices: Focus on deep, original content; build E-E-A-T signals; use JSON-LD format; explicitly allow AI crawlers; ensure originality; prioritize mobile performance; set realistic expectations (3-6 months to see results); and conduct regular competitor analysis.